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I'm currently in a halfway house in Colorado because I needed a place to parole to after prison in order to work on my sobriety and get on my feet. Although this situation initially seemed ideal, I've been frequently put on hold by my case manager for trivial reasons, without any formal... View More 
I am over 70 years old and need assistance with a name change due to a typo. My first name on my Colorado driver's license does not match the name on my Social Security card. I have printed the necessary documents but haven't filled them out yet. I'm moving to another state that... View More
I am a resident at the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless and am concerned about the unsanitary conditions there. Every time I visit, I receive a used mat with debris like dirt and body oil on it. The showers are filthy, with leftover clothing and fruit flies, which poses a health hazard. Despite... View More
In July 2024, my case was dismissed, yet the district attorney refuses to release my property, which includes chips with media, a camera, a projector, two pads, and a phone. Despite a court order mandating the return of my property, the district attorney claims to be investigating further. What... View More
I received a jury summons for a county I no longer reside in, as I've recently moved. I updated my address with the DMV and voter registration, and received confirmations. The summons, sent to my old address that I still check occasionally, was for a date that has already passed by nearly a... View More
I had my vehicle impounded in El Paso County on 02/20/2025 at the request of Arapahoe County for evidence. My personal property inside, including my state-issued driver's license and bank cards, is crucial for me to legally drive and pay bills. I have contacted El Paso County impound, Arapahoe... View More
I have legal adoption papers and am attempting to change my Texas driver's license to a California driver's license. Would my adoption records allow me to update my driver's license in California, and are there any potential issues I should be aware of?
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I live in the state of Colorado, and cannot find anything that remotely answers this question. So, I went to community college several years ago, and apparently, during my last semester, I somehow became ineligible for the Pell Grant that I was awarded by the federal... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
That sounds like an incredibly frustrating and unfair situation. A college generally has the right to seek repayment for a rescinded Pell Grant, but they are supposed to notify you first. If they never informed you, that raises serious concerns about due process and transparency. You should have... View More
C.R.S 25-2-117 seems to say marriage records are confidential (apart from those with a tangible connection to those that the records pertain to) but I see marriage records are publicly searchable on the Denver county clerk website. Is this legal or a violation of C.R.S 25-2-117?
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answered on Jan 24, 2025
In Colorado, marriage records are generally considered confidential under C.R.S. 25-2-117, which restricts access to those with a tangible interest in the records. This includes the individuals named in the record, immediate family members, legal representatives, or others with a valid reason. This... View More
I had open heart surgery two weeks ago. Beforehand, I was approved for FMLA and applied for my company’s short-term disability (STD) pay and my state’s STD plan (info provided by FMLA).
I uploaded the state approval/pay amount letter, but my claim manager, HR, payroll, and employee... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but you await a response for a month. One option might be to try to conference all entities involved to prevent receiving identical, duplicate benefits from two separate sources. If there is a separate disability provider, maybe bringing them in together with... View More
Docket search is how I found out, my public defender asked for this hearing 8 days ago and it's scheduled for this week, 13 days before commencement of my trial. But when I asked what her concerns were, she told me yesterday she had not filed the motion for it yet, and didn't give a clear... View More
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answered on Mar 6, 2024
In the legal process, it is possible for a competency hearing to be scheduled before a formal motion is filed, especially if the court or your defense attorney anticipates the need for such a hearing. This may occur in instances where concerns about a defendant's ability to understand the... View More
Judge, in a higher court over the same case as the district court , and strong showing of bias, deprivation of constitutional and civil rights in a criminal case in the district court, and a sheer abuse of discretion and power while she’s allowing a malicious prosecution with prosecutorial... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
When facing a situation where a judge has denied motions to recuse themselves despite a perceived conflict of interest, and your rights seem to be compromised, the next step involves escalating the issue within the legal system. You have the option to file an appeal against the judge's... View More
I plan to elect S Corp status within a few days after getting EIN and all. I am curious on how it makes a difference if I start LLC or C Corp given S Corp form will be submitted in a matter of days following.
answered on Dec 29, 2023
Many people form an S-Corp to take advantage of the personal income tax breaks when paying yourself as both an owner and an employee of the business. The S-Corp election is more accurately called the "subchapter S tax election" and, as you point out, can be used in combination with an LLC... View More
It’s my understanding that all is needed is my daughter’s ashes and a funeral director, but I’m unsure of how to process that with the county or if more is needed. How do I move forward with this?
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
To establish a not-for-profit cemetery on your property in Colorado, there are several steps and legal requirements to consider. Firstly, having your daughter's ashes and involving a funeral director is a start, but there's more to the process.
You will need to ensure that... View More
I'm married so In my green card process in CO. I've EAD Card, Temporary SSN, Currently I'm getting a driver license, Hunting license.
I've been staying Denver for almost more than 1 year.
In my apartment someone got shot and died a couple days ago by some guy so... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2023
You need to do a consult with an immigration attorney in Colorado. Here is some information that may help.
According to Colorado Gun Laws, you need to provide identification and pass a background check through a licensed firearms dealer or through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation... View More
and began another investigation, into my daughters property while on the initial warrant to search for guns of my grandsons, they then invited the postmaster’s into my home, without my permission, and the postmaster came into my home without my permission, and observed items in my home without my... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
Hi there! I understand your concerns about potential violations of your Fourth Amendment rights and the actions of law enforcement during the search of your home. In a situation like this, it's crucial to consult with an attorney who can assess the specific circumstances and advise you on the... View More
I have the documents from the dates and filings of the entire case I just can't understand exactly what happened with all the abbreviations and legal terms I'm looking for someone to help me understand it
answered on Oct 2, 2023
This is a question and answer forum. You should schedule a consultation with an attorney in or near the county where the case in question was and bring the case documents with you for an explanation. If the documents are not too voluminous, you should be able to get your questions as to... View More
100k for one individual another 100k for another individual court bonds and 10grand for another cash only court bond for tax purposes
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
In Colorado, if you're looking to obtain financial records related to court bonds, such as accounting ledgers or tax ID information, you might consider filing a "Motion for Discovery" or "Motion to Compel Disclosure." These motions are generally used to request specific... View More
I have claims against a few officials but I don't know just how far or what type of legal counsel otlr who I tell my story in order to make sure it follows through all the way.
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
If you believe government officials have violated your rights, initiating legal action begins by documenting all relevant facts, evidence, and interactions. Depending on the nature of your claim, an affidavit, a demand letter, or filing a formal complaint might be appropriate. Before taking any... View More
Looking for a Colorado Statute. Just to avoid any confusion.
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answered on Sep 28, 2023
Is it possible that you have the wrong statute number? In Westlaw and Lexis, you should be able to pull up Colorado Revised Statutes, and pull Title 13 Article 21 to determine if that specific statute exists. Pay specific attention to the numbers. Colorado, reserves spaces so it is possible to jump... View More
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